This just in from BoltBus: more trips to Portland and a route to Seattle.

BOLTBUS EXPANDS SERVICE IN PACIFIC NORTHWESTAffordable premium bus carrier launches direct service between Seattle and Albany/Eugene, adds frequency from Portland

DALLAS (Sept. 17, 2015) — BoltBus, the popular bus line featuring premium onboard amenities and $1 fares, today announced it will expand service in the Pacific Northwest. Beginning today, BoltBus will offer direct service between Seattle and Albany, Ore., and continue to Eugene, Ore., providing customers with more travel options in the region. Prior to today, the Albany and Eugene markets were just served by Portland.

“We’re excited to offer direct service between Seattle and Albany, Ore. with continuing service to Eugene, as we’ve seen an increase in demand, especially from the large college population in the area,” said David Hall, general manager, BoltBus. “Seattle, Albany and Eugene are all popular destinations in the Pacific Northwest, and providing direct service between them allows customers to travel safely, affordably and reliably to these locations.”

In addition to launching direct service between Seattle and Albany/Eugene, the company has also increased frequency to Albany/Eugene from Portland, Ore. from five days a week to seven days a week. The daily schedules allow college students and residents to have more flexibility when traveling, and more convenient schedules to choose from.

To travel on BoltBus from Seattle or Portland to Albany/Eugene, customers can conveniently board at the following locations:

Seattle: 5th Ave. South @ S. King St.

Portland: SW Salmon St. (between 5th and 6th Ave.)

Albany: Albany Transit Center at 112 SW 10th Ave.

Eugene: 5th Street Market at290 E. 5th Ave.

On BoltBus, customers experience free Wi-Fi, power outlets, leather seats and extra legroom while they travel. Bolt Rewards, a loyalty program, is also available to reward frequent riders with free travel. Riders who take eight trips on BoltBus are eligible for a free one-way ticket trip. For fare and schedule information, or to purchase tickets, visit BoltBus.com.